Painter & Decorator

Education Partnership North East; Town of Northumberland (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Partnership North East is seeking a skilled painter/decorator to join their estates team. The role involves diverse responsibilities across multiple environments, emphasizing inclusivity and professional development. Join a leading education provider committed to transforming lives through education.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year)

Flexible working options

LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme

Access to retail discounts

Dental and eye care plans

Wellbeing support through a digital hub

Free parking on most campuses

Qualifications

• Must have relevant qualifications and a clean driving license.
• Manual handling trained and first aid qualified.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for painting, decorating, and glazing across all E.P.N.E. sites.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

Skills

Manual Handling

Working at Heights

First Aid

Education

City & Guilds Advanced Craft Painting / Decorating

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 English

Job description

We are driven by a passion for transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, our institutions—Sunderland College, Northumberland College, and Hartlepool Sixth Form College—are united in our commitment to delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences that empower students to reach their full potential.

We are ambitious in our pursuit of excellence, currently ranked as the top-performing Further Education college in the region for students aged 16 to 19, and second nationally.

Our college community is built on a foundation of inclusivity, where we encourage both staff and students to embrace their authentic selves, show respect for others, and innovate in creating an exceptional student experience. Together, we are shaping an exciting future for everyone across our group.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as Outstanding across all areas: Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

About the Candidate

Must be a time-served apprentice with a City & Guilds Advanced Craft Painting / Decorating qualification, a valid clean driving license, and a minimum of Level 2 Maths and English or working towards these. Additionally, manual handling trained, working at heights, and first aid qualified.

About the Role

This role involves working as part of the estates team across all E.P.N.E. sites, with responsibilities including all aspects of painting, decorating, and glazing. You will assist other estates team members in delivering efficient and quality services.

Working within a multi-trade maintenance team, you will contribute to maintaining and developing a safe and welcoming environment for staff, students, and visitors. The position is diverse and rewarding, offering opportunities to work across various environments such as agricultural, horticultural, engineering, and zoological settings.

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and become part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing. All employees receive an extensive benefits package, including:

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
• Flexible working options and generous family leave (dependent on role).
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme (dependent on role, with contributions of 15.7% - 23.68%).
• Access to the myLifestyle benefits platform with retail discounts and more.
• Dental, eye care, and health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub offering support for physical, mental, and financial health.
• Free parking on most campuses.

We are committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where staff can thrive and grow. We recognize our employees as our greatest asset and invest in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

Due to the nature of this post, an Enhanced Disclosure Check will be required.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

If you seek a rewarding career with an organization dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to apply for this position. Join our team at Education Partnership North East and help us transform lives through education. For an informal conversation about this role, please email [e-mail].

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